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New Families

Congratulations on your student’s acceptance to Norwich University and impressive accomplishments.

Welcome New Families!

We are dedicated to developing students who aspire to lead and serve with integrity and confidence. Our students are driven to succeed and are resilient enough to withstand challenges during their time here, all while being committed to academic growth and making positive contributions in their communities.

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We know you want the best for your student, both now and in the future – and so do we. Norwich University has been helping students go beyond their perceived limitations and achieve their loftiest goals for more than two centuries by providing world-class education, encouraging personal growth, and ensuring students secure positive outcomes during their time on The Hill.

Acceptance to Norwich today is the first step to becoming the leaders of tomorrow. Here, your student will join others like themselves who are pursuing a rewarding academic and personal experience that will set the stage for their future accomplishments.

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Your Monthly Checklist

Ensure you're ready for arrival day with our easy Start-Ready program! We help you every step of the way to make sure your first day of college goes smoothly. Check out what you can expect each month leading up to your arrival to Norwich.

  • If you filed the FAFSA, you'll receive your financial aid package soon. Check your email for any requests from our financial aid team to help complete your financial aid package. Your enrollment advisor will be available to review your package with you so you can fully understand what's being offered.
  • Now is the time to schedule your physical with your primary care doctor. Your physical must be dated after March 1, 2026, and your paperwork is due by July 15, 2026.
  • If you plan to take a language course, complete the Language Placement exam.
     
  • Submit your Housing forms this month to secure your campus housing.
  • Register for our accepted student open house, NU101. This event is April 10-11, 2026. It highlights all the amazing things Norwich has to offer and allows you to meet your future classmates.
  • Complete the Math Placement process to determine the appropriate first math course for you at Norwich.
  • Submission of your completed medical forms opens.
  • Your registration team will begin building your fall schedule. Make sure your math and/or language placement exams are completed.
  • Visit Norwich for NU101, our accepted student open house.

You're required to have medical insurance as a student. If you're staying on your parents' medical insurance, complete the University's insurance waiver form this month.

  • Your student bill will be posted in June. This is the perfect time to add anyone helping with your bill as an authorized user on your account.
  • June is also when you can set up a Payment Plan, with the first payment due in July.

Make sure you have reviewed the packing list for your lifestyle. Start gathering everything so you are not stressed when it's time to move in!

  • Fall tuition and fees are due in August.
  • Arrival Days are coming up! Check your application portal for your assigned arrival day and time. Depending on your schedule, this could start as early as the second week of August. Keep this in mind when planning family trips.
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Norwich Family Hub

Join an exclusive Norwich family community hosted by CampusESP, where new families connect and receive ongoing support throughout the college transition. Help your student get ready for Norwich. Receive up-to-date information on deadlines, next steps, admissions announcements, and tools to help your student succeed.

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